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Marina di Chioggia Pumpkin

Marina di Chioggia Pumpkin is a flattened round with deep ribs and heavy warting squash with fruit around 6-12 lb. Ready from roughly day 100. Germination takes 7-12 days. Space 72-96 inches apart at pH 6.0-7.5. Full sun (6+ hours).

Squash
100days to harvest
7-12days to germinate
Z3–11USDA zones
Moderate to Advanceddifficulty
Heirloom

Sowing

Direct sow after last frost in warm soil (70°F+), or start indoors 3-4 weeks early. Plant seeds 1 inch deep in hills.

Cultivation

Sun
Full sun (6+ hours)
Water
1-1.5 inches per week, consistent moisture during fruit development
Soil
Rich, well-drained soil with plenty of organic matter
Soil pH
6.0-7.5
Spacing
72-96 inches
Season
Warm season annual

Appearance & flavour

Colour
Blue-green to grey-green with heavy warting
Size
6-12 lb.
Shape
Flattened round with deep ribs and heavy warting
Flavour
Sweet, dense, and creamy with rich, complex flavor

In the kitchen

Exceptional for gnocchi, risotto, soups, and roasting. Prized by chefs for its superior texture and flavor.

Pests, disease & resistance

Pests
Squash vine borers, cucumber beetles, squash bugs
Diseases
Powdery mildew, downy mildew, bacterial wilt
Resistance
Moderate resistance, benefits from good air circulation

Planting calendar by USDA zone

ZoneStart indoorsTransplantDirect sowHarvest
2——June – AugustOctober – September
3——June – JulyOctober
4——June – JulyOctober
5——May – JuneSeptember – October
6——May – JuneSeptember – October
7——April – JuneAugust – October
8——April – MayAugust – September
9——March – AprilJuly – August
10——February – AprilJune – August
11——January – MarchMay – July
12——January – MarchMay – July
13——January – MarchMay – July

Companion planting

8 beneficial pairings indexed for this variety, 3 to avoid.

NasturtiumsTrap crop for squash bugs and cucumber beetles, deters aphids
MarigoldsRepel cucumber beetles, squash bugs, and nematodes with strong scent
RadishesDeter squash vine borers and cucumber beetles, break up soil
CornProvides natural trellis support and shade, part of Three Sisters planting
BeansFix nitrogen in soil, complete the Three Sisters companion system
CatnipStrongly repels squash bugs, cucumber beetles, and other pests
DillAttracts beneficial predatory insects that control squash pests
SunflowersAttract pollinators essential for fruit set, provide wind protection

Avoid

PotatoesCompete for space and nutrients, both are heavy feeders
BrassicasCabbage family plants inhibit cucurbit growth and development
Aromatic herbsStrong oils from sage, rosemary can inhibit squash growth

Nutrition (per 100 g)

Calories (per 100 g)
26
Protein (g)
1
Fat (g)
0.1
Carbohydrate (g)
6.5
Fibre (g)
0.5
Sugars (g)
2.76
Vitamin A (µg)
426
Vitamin C (mg)
9
Vitamin E (mg)
1.06
Vitamin K (µg)
1.1
Vitamin B6 (mg)
0.061
Folate (µg)
16
Calcium (mg)
21
Iron (mg)
0.8
Magnesium (mg)
12
Phosphorus (mg)
44
Potassium (mg)
340
Zinc (mg)
0.32
Selenium (µg)
0.3
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Cultivar facts compiled from public horticultural references including USDA GRIN and NC State Extension. Descriptions are original to this catalogue.

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